Healthy Nervous and Endocrine Systems: Problems of the Endocrine System

The video discusses the importance of hormones in maintaining body health, focusing on diabetes and thyroid issues. It explains how insulin regulates blood sugar and the need for careful management in diabetes. The thyroid gland's role in energy use is also covered, along with common problems and treatments.

What is the role of insulin in the body?

What must a person with insulin-dependent diabetes do to manage their condition?

How does the thyroid gland affect the body's energy usage?

What problems can arise if the thyroid gland produces too little or too much hormone?

What are the common treatments for thyroid conditions once diagnosed?